I Didn't Leave Food I Reinvented How I Serve It | Ms. Akanksha Dean | TEDxBirla Intl School Youth

What happens when life changes the path you thought you were meant to follow? From becoming a chef and working in a three-Michelin-star kitchen to discovering a new way to stay connected with food through writing, travel, and culinary experiences, this talk explores the power of passion, resilience, and reinvention. Sometimes, changing direction isn’t leaving your dream behind—it’s finding a new way to li Akanksha Dean is a distinguished lifestyle writer with a passion for travel, food, and culture. A graduate of IHM Aurangabad in partnership with Huddersfield University, UK, she seamlessly blends global experiences into her evocative storytelling. Co-founder of 'Dean With Us', a platform connecting India and the world through curated culinary events, Akanksha is also proficient in Spanish and a specialist contributor for ChefsTV Spain. Trained at Osteria Francescana, Italy, the World’s Best Restaurant (2017), she curates “ShefsAtTheLeela” to champion equity in hospitality. Honored as Culinary Curator (2024) and Food Influencer (2023), Akanksha embodies elegance, expertise, and cultural insight. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx